Certified Ophthalmic Assistant II

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Job Title

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant II

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

Cole Eye Clinic/Support-Main Campus Hospital

Shift

Days

Schedule

7:30am-4:30pm

Job Summary

Receives training to perform clerical functions, basic patient care, ophthalmic testing procedures and initial patient examinations as directed by physician or supervisor.

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Under direction of supervisor or physician receives and prepares patients for examination or treatment.
• May perform routine screening tests.
• Documents patient information in the patient medical record.
• Performs stocking, maintenance and other duties as assigned, including maintaining exam rooms, equipment and supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Diploma.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Certifications:

• None required.

Complexity of Work:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of one year experience in an ophthalmic setting providing direct patient care.
• Additional formal education or training in ophthalmology may substitute for some or all of the stated experience.

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